Overview

The Geography degree at California State University Fullerton prepares students for a variety of career paths, including education, environmental analysis, resource management and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Students learn how to apply geospatial technologies to analyze geographic data and address geographic problems. Geography promotes applied and experiential learning, which helps students to understand and work on real-world challenges, such as global climate change and sustainable development.

Career Path

Geography students find rewarding careers in environmental analysis and planning, resource management, business, government agencies, and education.

Possible career paths:

Cartographer

Economic consultant

Emergency manager

Energy efficiency specialist

Engineering technician

Environmental consultant

Environmental planner

Environmental scientist

Geographer

Geographic information systems specialist

Geopolitical analyst

GIS analyst

Landscape architect

Librarian

Market researcher

Park ranger

Planner

Project development manager

Project manager

Real estate appraiser

Research analyst

Site acquisition specialist

Supervisor planner

Survey CAD technician

Sustainability advisor

Teacher

Territory manager

Transportation manager

Travel writer

Urban planner

Accreditation

California State University, Fullerton, is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Many of the academic programs at CSUF are also accredited by discipline-specific accreditation agencies and associations.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Geography

Geography of the World's Economies

Weather and Climate

Natural Vegetation

Global Geography

Natural Environment

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fullerton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

First-year students must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Be a high school graduate or equivalent.

Complete the 15-unit comprehensive “A-G” pattern with a grade of C- or better by high school graduation.

"A-G" requirement may not be completed during the summer term prior to fall enrollment.

Earn a competitive Multi Factor Admission Score (MFAS) as described below. Minimum MFAS will fluctuate each term based on the strength of the applicant pool.

Prepare application materials such as transcripts, test scores (AP/IB), current and planned courses, annual household income, citizenship status and social security number (if available).

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

6716 USD / year

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Out-of-State

6716 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

3416 USD / year

≈ 3416 USD / year

Living costs

Fullerton

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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